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Franz Ferdinand, the band named after the archduke who triggered World War One, is speaking out against the Israel Defense Forces. The bands frontman, Alex Kapranos, accused the IDF of using their hit song Take Me Out in a military video without permission. The video, titled Operation Roaring Lion, features bombs, planes, and airstrikes, leaving the band feeling nauseous and furious. The bands stance has sparked mixed reactions, with some praising their political statements and others debating the use of art in conflict. This comes amid rising tensions in the region, following Israel and the USs joint strikes on Iran, which led to retaliation and a wider conflict. Franz Ferdinand joins other artists pushing back against unauthorized use of their work in wartime propaganda.

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